Train Your Workforce
Train & Retain
Retaining a high-quality workforce is critical to ensuring that your business stay competitive, and FCWS can help by providing training resources. We can also link you to state programs that will offset the costs of training. These programs include:
Training Grants and Tax Credits
Training grants provide the resources you need to train your employees and maintain a skilled workforce essential for your growth.
Frederick Business Works (FBW) – Through the FBW program, you can develop your current employees with industry-recognized skills. FBW provides a reimbursement for a portion of the cost of training. Learn more and apply.
On-the Job Training (OJT) – Our OJT Program is designed to help employers directly address skills gaps by training new hires on the job, according to your specific business needs. This means you have the unique ability to shape employees into the exact talent you need for your operations, all while benefiting from potential wage reimbursements and ongoing support. Learn more and apply.
Experience Frederick – The Experience Frederick internship program offers businesses the chance to invest in future talent while receiving financial support. Your business can help students and recent grads gain valuable experience and contribute to your organization’s success.
Business Education Series – Free workshops on a variety of topics related to recruitment, and building and retaining a highly-skilled workforce are offered for Frederick County businesses.
SkillUP Frederick County – Your employees can access more than 5,000 online training programs, including courses on business etiquette, customer service, Microsoft Office applications, project management, sales, and more.
Tax Credits – Maryland employers can benefit from a variety of tax credits when hiring members of targeted population groups.
Explore Additional Training Programs Offered by the State of Maryland
Maryland Business Works – Access funding for Incumbent Worker training
Apprenticeship Programs – Learn how to develop a Youth or Registered Apprentice program within your organization.
EARN Maryland Programs – EARN Maryland is a state-funded, competitive workforce development grant program that is industry-led, regional in focus, and a proven strategy for helping businesses cultivate the skilled workforce they need to compete.
Our expert team of Business Services Consultants is ready to help you explore training solutions for your organization. Contact us today to discuss your needs and get started!